Processed Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Veins from Japan
Veins stripped from sun-cured Virginia tobacco leaves during similar processing, deemed refuse under HTS 2401.30.70.60. Utilized in industrial tobacco derivatives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm 'similarly processed' status with processing logs to fit unmanufactured refuse definition
• Avoid bulk mixing with leaf to prevent reclassification during inspection
• Prepare for potential APHIS inspection on plant refuse imports